ALZMETALL GS 1000/5-T VERTICAL MACHINING CENTER

Technical Description

The ALZMETALL GS 1000/5-T is a precision 5-axis vertical machining center designed for demanding industrial applications including die and mold manufacturing, automotive, and aerospace work. This German-engineered machine features a rigid base frame constructed from grey cast iron for static components and spheroidal graphite cast iron for dynamically stressed parts, ensuring exceptional thermal stability and accuracy at the tool center point. The machine delivers 39.4 horsepower with a maximum spindle speed of 12,000 RPM, accommodating travel distances of 800mm on both X and Y axes and 600mm on the Z axis. Its 5-axis capability includes NC-controlled A and C axes with torque drives, enabling complex multi-directional machining in a single setup. The system features a 33-position automatic tool changer and utilizes HEIDENHAIN ITNC 530 CNC control as standard, with optional Siemens SINUMERIK 840D compatibility. Key design innovations include the patented Box-in-Box travel system carriage and 4-fold linear guidance for superior rigidity—offering 2.3 times greater stiffness than conventional top-mounted systems. The machine supports workpiece weights up to 1,000kg (1,500kg optional) with an interference circle diameter of 1,070mm. Weighing 34,171 pounds, the GS 1000/5-T excels at hybrid machining applications combining drilling, milling, turning, and grinding operations, with maximum rapid travel speeds reaching 40 m/min at the tool center point.